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GJD 991J

1971 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

71,712 mi
Last recorded71,712 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJD 991J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 71,712 miles

all brakes have slight bind

both front inner arches corroded

both rear inner arches

os outter sill corroded

windscreen cracked on ns

Fail 28 May 2014 71,649 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

all brakes have slight bind

both front inner arches corroded

both rear inner arches

os outter sill corroded

windscreen cracked on ns

Fail 22 May 2013 70,668 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2013 70,668 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 69,080 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 69,069 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 68,142 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 67,805 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GJD 991J is a 1971 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJD 991J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJD 991J registered?

GJD 991J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 2 April 1971.

Is GJD 991J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJD 991J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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